ICD-10 Diagnosis Code K43

Ventral hernia

Diagnosis Code K43

ICD-10: K43 Short Description: Ventral hernia Long Description: Ventral hernia This is the 2018 version of the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code K43

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Code Classification

Diseases of the digestive system (K00–K93)

Hernia (K40-K46)

Ventral hernia (K43)

Information for Patients

Hernia

Also called: Enterocele

A hernia happens when part of an internal organ or tissue bulges through a weak area of muscle. Most hernias are in the abdomen.

There are several types of hernias, including

Inguinal, in the groin. This is the the most common type.

Umbilical, around the belly button

Incisional, through a scar

Hiatal, a small opening in the diaphragm that allows the upper part of the stomach to move up into the chest.

Congenital diaphragmatic, a birth defect that needs surgery

Hernias are common. They can affect men, women, and children. A combination of muscle weakness and straining, such as with heavy lifting, might contribute. Some people are born with weak abdominal muscles and may be more likely to get a hernia.

Treatment is usually surgery to repair the opening in the muscle wall. Untreated hernias can cause pain and health problems.

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